Part 1: Can Hail Really Wreck My Roof? (Spoiler: Absolutely, It’s a Beatdown)
Ultimate Guide to Hail Damage: How Mother Nature Bullies Your Roof (and How Legendary Roofing Saves the Day)
Imagine this: You're inside, cozy on the couch, when you hear it... thud. BAM. WHAM! No, it's not a WWE match on your roof, it’s Oklahoma hail.
And yes, hail can absolutely trash your roof faster than a toddler with a crayon on a white wall.
How Bad Can Hail Damage a Roof?
Think fastballs, only made of ice. According to NOAA, hailstorms cause over $1 billion in property damage
annually in the U.S. So, yeah it’s no joke.
Roof Damage by Hail Size Chart
| Hail Size | Nickname | Damage Level |
| 1" | Quarter-sized | Bad news for asphalt shingles |
| 1.5" | Ping pong ball | Tile crack city |
| 2"+ | Egg or tennis ball | Roof-shredding chaos |
Fun Fact:
In Oklahoma, hail sometimes gets as big as grapefruits. Imagine a
grapefruit falling from the sky at 90 mph - your shingles sure can.
What Happens to Different Roofs?
- Asphalt Shingles:
Lose granules like a boxer losing teeth — looks rough, feels rougher. - Clay Tiles:
Crack faster than your iPhone screen. - Metal Roofs:
Even the “tough guys” aren’t safe — dents galore (goodbye, sleek curb appeal). - New Roofs:
Better, but not invincible. Even Superman had Kryptonite.
Why is Hail Damage Such a Big Deal?
Because even tiny bruises turn into leaks, mold, and emergency water features in your living room.
If you even think your roof
got smacked around by hail, it’s time to call the experts at Legendary
Roofing and Construction.
Phone: (405) 714-6034
Website: oklegendary.com